4Guys

    Subscribe to Updates

    Get the latest creative news from FooBar about art, design and business.

    What's Hot

    12 Year Old Boy Sings HUGE Love Ballad!

    February 21, 2023

    36 Fetishes Every Gay Man Should Know

    February 21, 2023

    14 Best Gay Bars In Fort Lauderdale & Wilton Manors [2023]

    February 18, 2023
    Facebook Twitter Instagram
    Trending
    • 12 Year Old Boy Sings HUGE Love Ballad!
    • 36 Fetishes Every Gay Man Should Know
    • 14 Best Gay Bars In Fort Lauderdale & Wilton Manors [2023]
    • Tommy Jeans Presents Tommy Collection Spring 2023
    • The Best Healthy Protein Bars for Men 2023
    • Gold Rush: Chatting With Reno Gold
    • Ladies of Soul 2015 | That’s What Friends Are For
    • La Vie En Rose – Life In Pink – Gay Color
    Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube
    4Guys4Guys
    • HOME
    • NEWS
      • FEATURE POSTS
      • Health News
      • Local News
      • National News
    • FASHION
      • Fashion Collections
      • Fashion Show Videos
      • Fashion Trends
      • Men Underwear
      • Men Underwear Videos
      • Model of the Week
      • Models
    • LIFESTYLE
      • Appearance
      • Books
      • Business
      • Dining
      • Fitness
      • Grooming
      • Hair
      • Home Decor
      • Politics
      • Rides
      • Sex & Relationship
      • Technology & Gear
      • Today Gay Stories
      • Travel
    • ENTERTAINMENT
      • Best Music Auditions
      • Celebrities
      • Eye Candy
      • Interview
      • Movies
      • Music
      • TV
      • Videos
    • EVENTS/PROMO
      • International
      • Montreal
      • Seattle
      • Toronto
      • Vancouver
    • MAGAZINE
      • Advertise With Us
      • Current Issue
      • Next Issue
      • Past Issues
    • SHOP
      • Clothes
      • Colognes
      • Underwears
    4Guys
    Home»LIFESTYLE»Travel»La Sultana, Marrakech review: ‘Charm of Moroccan riads in a luxury hotel’
    Travel

    La Sultana, Marrakech review: ‘Charm of Moroccan riads in a luxury hotel’

    JordanBy JordanOctober 25, 2022Updated:October 25, 2022No Comments5 Mins Read
    Share
    Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Email

    Five riads are better than one at the luxury La Sultana hotel in Marrakech’s Medina.

    Our taxi drops us off from Marrakech’s airport to a street in the city’s UNESCO-listed Medina, a nearly thousand-year-old walled city. We mishear our driver’s directions and end up walking down the wrong street, which when you are in the maze-like Medina is very easy to do.

    A group of seven kids takes pity on us and directs us in the right direction. They ask us questions in French as we make our way to the right passageway where we are greeted by a doorman in a smart red top and billowy cream trousers.

    Entrance to La Sultana
    Entrance to La Sultana

    We wave goodbye to the helpful kids and are ushered from the dusty streets to the oasis of the La Sultana hotel. We sit down in a courtyard with a central fountain engulfed in vibrant palm plants and served our first of many Moroccan mint teas.

    Palm-filled courtyard within La Sultana
    Palm-filled courtyard within La Sultana

    We then head up a flight of stairs to the Jaguar Suite. A large sitting room leads onto a bedroom and marble bathroom with a separate shower, an octangular bath and double ornate brass sink. Carved teak doors separate the rooms within the suite and there is a balcony that overlooks a stunning white courtyard with a plunge pool.

    The white riad's courtyard outside our suite
    The white riad’s courtyard outside our suite

    The hotel has 28 rooms and suites across five riads; traditional Moroccan homes with an interior garden or courtyard. The unique riads have been seamlessly connected and it is a pleasure to walk from one to another and admire the design and craftsmanship of each. 

    A suite at La Sultana
    A suite at La Sultana

    Riads focus inwards, often with no exterior windows. But views of the Medina and beyond can be found one floor up on the rooftop. The expansive rooftop has sun beds, a gym, a cooking school, a bar, and the Le Odette restaurant. Because buildings in the Medina are restricted in height there are views of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains in the far distance visible on clear days.

    Le Odette restaurant on the rooftop of La Sultana
    Le Odette restaurant on the rooftop of La Sultana

    In the morning we have breakfast at a white linen-covered table next to the ground floor open-air pool. The menu offers a mix of local Berbier dishes as well as traditional Western dishes like eggs benedict. The potions are small, but they happily bring us more when we asked.

    Breakfast by the pool
    Breakfast by the pool

    It’s an idyllic setting for a meal with turquoise scalloped-shaped pool tiles glistening in the sun surrounded by the unique thin-brick walls and large palm plants. And at night the place takes on an even more romantic atmosphere with steel Moroccan lanterns adding a warming touch under the night sky.  

    La Sultana's outdoor pool
    La Sultana’s outdoor pool

    The dinner menu is an offering of French and Moroccan dishes. We both start with a pastilla, a delicious Moroccan meat pie, followed by a couple of seasonal tagine dishes and a deconstructed profiterole to share.

    And no trip to Marrakech would be complete without a trip to the spa. La Sultana’s indoor spa pool surrounded by pink marble columns is incredibly inviting and the perfect spot to relax before and after treatment. On my visit, I decided to go for a traditional hammam where I am taken to a small marble room and laid on a marble slab. I’m scrubbed and washed with fragrant black soap and an exfoliating mitt by a spa attendant. Between scrubs, I am left in the steamy room on my own to soak up the mist and let time melt away. After my skin was super smooth and refreshed.

    La Sultana's spa pool
    La Sultana’s spa pool

    A hotel is only as good as its staff and at La Sultana they were always happy to help us, especially the concierge. We tried to visit the famous Jardin Majorelle, the gardens surrounding French designer Yves Saint Laurence’s cobalt blue house, only to arrive at a long static queue outside the entrance, so we left to explore elsewhere. We were not able to book tickets for the next day online, but the concierge was able to secure us tickets for the following day.

    Memorial to Yves Saint Laurent and his partner Pierre Berge within Jardin Majorelle
    Memorial to Yves Saint Laurent and his partner Pierre Berge within Jardin Majorelle

    In the gardens, there is a memorial to Yves and his partner Pierre Berge, which is a reminder that while this gay relationship and many others endured in Morocco, gay relationships are illegal here (up to 5 years imprisonment), and attitudes towards the LGBTQ+ community are particularly harsh.

    Gay men often avoid countries where these archaic laws persist, but Morocco seems to be one of the destinations that continues to allure our community. Yearly LGBTQ+ group tours are offered by gay-owned companies like Source Events and Out Adventures, and there is a lot to appreciate in Morocco. But it is also important to know you have a safe haven to rest and La Sultana was ours between trips around the shops haggling with shop owners in the Medina and other cultural sites.

    Interior staircase within La Sultana
    Interior staircase within La Sultana

    For my boyfriend and I, it was important to stay somewhere we felt safe. It was just a bonus that La Sultana experience also offers the Moroccan charm of a riad with the comforts of a luxury hotel.

    lasultanahotels.com

    Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn WhatsApp Reddit Tumblr Email
    Jordan

    Related Posts

    14 Best Gay Bars In Fort Lauderdale & Wilton Manors [2023]

    February 18, 2023

    10 Best Gay Hawaiian Beaches for LGBTQ Travelers

    October 26, 2022

    The 7 Best Nude Beaches for Gays in the U.S.

    August 28, 2022

    Leave A Reply Cancel Reply

    Jan-Feb 2023 Issue #43
    Advertisement
    • 52039-Fugues-3402-Page-063
    • DRIP-FULL-FRONT-JOCK-1-500x667
    • 332121355_597028648510355_3575158074038325699_n
    • 13501373452540833399
    • 18333701187006695905
    • 2769755646857368008
    • versace 300x600
    • elixir
    • Heavens door
    • Acqua di Parma
    • skull
    • tumblr_6d61a8d8e888431f5a6bb81c77d63f8f_58adddfe_540
    • Ad 5 300 X 600
    • 06232021-102054905-NUC_KIC_Q10824_KICKS_EN_STATICS_RAB_300x600
    • 300x600_EN_ON_November_Promo-Nov_30
    Advertisement
    Our Picks

    Watching Wonder Woman 1984 with an HBO Max Free Trial?

    January 13, 2021

    Wonder Woman Vs. Supergirl: Who Would Win

    January 13, 2021

    PS Offering 10 More Games for Free, Including Horizon Zero

    January 13, 2021

    Can You Guess What Object Video Game Designers Find Hardest to Make?

    January 13, 2021
    Recent Posts
    • 12 Year Old Boy Sings HUGE Love Ballad! February 21, 2023
    • 36 Fetishes Every Gay Man Should Know February 21, 2023
    • 14 Best Gay Bars In Fort Lauderdale & Wilton Manors [2023] February 18, 2023
    • Tommy Jeans Presents Tommy Collection Spring 2023 February 18, 2023
    • The Best Healthy Protein Bars for Men 2023 February 18, 2023

    Subscribe to Updates

    Get the latest creative news from SmartMag about art & design.

    Stay In Touch
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Pinterest
    • Instagram
    • YouTube
    • Vimeo
    Contact Us
    Contact Us

    BY EMAIL:

    Info@4Guysmagazine.com
    Admin@4Guysmagazine.com

    We're accepting new partnerships right now.

    2022 Media Kit
    Model Of The Week
    Jan-Feb 2023 Issue #43
    Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube
    • Home
    • Model Application
    • Privacy
    • Terms Of Use
    • Work With Us
    • CONTACT US
    © {2018-2021} 4Guys Magazine. Designed by WestCoast Media.

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.

    We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept All”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent.
    Cookie SettingsAccept All
    Manage consent

    Privacy Overview

    This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
    Necessary
    Always Enabled
    Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.
    CookieDurationDescription
    cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
    cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional11 monthsThe cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
    cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
    cookielawinfo-checkbox-others11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
    cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
    viewed_cookie_policy11 monthsThe cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.
    Functional
    Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.
    Performance
    Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.
    Analytics
    Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.
    Advertisement
    Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.
    Others
    Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet.
    SAVE & ACCEPT